Tony McManus – Live in Chester

October 2

Chester Meeting House

4 Liberty Street

Chester, CT 06412

7 PM

A part of the Art of the Guitar concert series

About Tony McManus

Tony McManus is widely recognized as the greatest Celtic guitarist in the world. Combining deep traditional roots with breathtaking technique and a uniquely expressive voice, he has expanded the boundaries of fingerstyle guitar. From the music of Brittany and Galicia to Scottish and Irish reels, his playing is lyrical, virtuosic, and full of heart. He has been listed as one of the 50 transcendental guitarists of all time by Guitar Player Magazine.

Watch Tony Perform

About the Series

Art of the Guitar is a new concert series presented by AcousticMusic.Org, Connecticut’s premiere acoustic guitar shop. The series showcases world-class acoustic guitarists in the intimate setting of the historic Chester Meeting House, offering a rare chance to experience their artistry up close.

Sponsored by Wyeth Architects, the series features three exceptional performances: Richard Smith (August 20), Tony McManus (October 2), and Stephen Bennett (December 6). Each artist brings a distinct voice and international acclaim to this curated lineup celebrating the art of acoustic guitar.

Wyeth Architects is a Chester-based firm specializing in energy-efficient design and sustainable buildings across Connecticut and beyond.

AcousticMusic.Org is Connecticut’s premiere acoustic guitar shop, located in a beautifully retrofitted 18th-century tavern in the center of Chester. Featuring sought-after instruments by Collings, Bourgeois, Eastman, Martin, and Gibson—as well as rare museum pieces—it’s a destination for serious players and guitar lovers throughout the region.